External Manufacturing Manager

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At Sobi, the work we do every day redefines the standards of care and transform the lives of people living with rare diseases.

As a diverse team of entrepreneurial people, we are passionate about our growth journey towards becoming a global leader, making a difference for rare disease patients, moving quickly and always challenging the status quo.

We are committed to an inclusive, sustainable and flexible workplace that fosters growth and development.

About the role

Sobi is seeking an External Manufacturing Manager to join our External DS/DP Manufacturing team, part of External Manufacturing Operations & SRM. In this role, you will play a key part in the strategic and operational management of our global network of Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) and Contract Laboratory Organizations (CLOs), ensuring compliant manufacturing and on-time, in-full delivery of high-quality medicines to patients around the world.

As External Manufacturing Manager, you will lead and coordinate external manufacturing activities, working closely with cross-functional teams and external partners. You will be responsible for building strong, collaborative relationships that ensure robust supply, quality, and continuous improvement across our external manufacturing network.

The position is Hybrid and will be located in Stockholm or Basel, reporting to Head of External DS/DP Manufacturing.

Your impact will include:

• Lead cross-functional Virtual Plant Teams and act as the main point of contact for assigned CMOs/CLOs
• Drive strategic and operational CMO/CLO management, including Business Reviews and Operational Meetings
• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring supply agreements, change orders, improvements, and OTIF (On-Time In-Full) delivery
• Participate in sourcing and evaluation of new contract manufacturers and development of supply and quality agreements
• Lead or contribute to internal activities related to external manufacturing, including change management, major/critical deviations, and CAPAs
• Issue, review, and approve relevant SOPs and manufacturing instructions
• Review applicable sections of APR/PQR
• Provide budget input and ensure adherence for CMO/CLO-related costs

About you

To succeed in this role, you are a positive, driven, and structured professional with strong project management capabilities. You are a natural collaborator and network builder who enjoys working in teams while also being comfortable working independently, setting priorities, and delivering business-critical results on time.

Key talents and experience

• University degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or another relevant field
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the pharmaceutical or life science industry
• At least 2 years' experience in coordinating roles, including project management
• Hands-on experience with digital systems and good knowledge of MS Office
• Previous experience working directly with CMOs, CLOs, or other external partners
• Strong understanding of cGMP manufacturing of biologics and/or small-molecule pharmaceuticals, including deviation investigations and change management
• Ability to thrive in a cross-functional, matrixed, and global environment
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
• Excellent verbal and written Swedish
• Verbal and written skills in Chinese or Japanese is highly desired
• Negotiation skills

Here at Sobi we live by our core values: Care, Ambition, Urgency, Ownership and Partnership

How to apply

We have an ongoing selection process in this recruitment and ask you to send your application as soon as possible. Click apply and include your resume in English. 

Why Join Us?

Here at Sobi, our mission and culture get us excited to come to work every day, but here are a few more reasons to join our team:

• Emphasis on work/life balance
• Collaborative and team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Competitive compensation for your work
• Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life saving treatments

We are a global company with over 1,900 employees in more than 30 countries and are committed to the societies where we operate. With a deeply skilled management team directing our day-to-day wins, and a Board with a stellar track record, we're ready to take on the world's diseases, ailments and adversity. Our people believe they have the power to make a positive impact in others' lives because that's exactly what we do here. If you're seeking a career that taps into your talents in a way that makes the world a better, healthier place, we just may have a job for you.

We know our employees are our most valuable asset, and our culture conveys that. We offer a competitive benefits package, to support the health and happiness of our staff.

Sobi Culture

At Sobi, we refuse to accept the status quo. This is because we have witnessed first-hand the challenges facing those affected by rare diseases and have used this knowledge to shape our business to find new ways of helping them.

As a specialized biopharmaceutical company, we are dedicated to rare diseases. And we see this focus as a strength. By effectively turning our research into ground-breaking treatments, we help make medicine more accessible and open up more possibilities for patients and more opportunities for those caring for them. This has been our approach since day one, but we know we can't change the world of rare diseases on our own. Accomplishing this requires strong partnerships with patients, partners and stakeholders across the entire value chain. Together, we define how our business can create solutions that serve the needs of those affected by rare diseases while facilitating sustainable growth.